Burton
£3,500,000- Substantial former Rectory
- Significantly upgraded and meticulously renovated
- Stunning accommodation with superb proportions and ceiling height
- 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms
- 4 reception rooms
- Tom Howley bespoke kitchen
- Swimming pool with air-source heat pump
- Electric gated driveway and double garage
- Private 1.34 acre plot
- Charming village setting close to amenities
Description
The Old Rectory is an exceptional, stand-out country house occupying a delightful private position in the popular village of Burton adjoining the 13th Century parish church. Originally constructed in 1605 with a large later extension in 1873, the property exudes elegance, filled with natural light amplifying the superb room proportions and ceiling height. Over the last 5 years the current owners have carried out extensive works to significantly improve and upgrade the property. The finished result is a simply stunning turn-key home with impressive, stylish accommodation. A particularly notable feature is the attention taken to improve the property’s running costs and efficiency with a brand new gas heating system, underfloor heating, an air-source heat pump, solar panels, new sympathetic sash hardwood double glazed windows, and insulation.
The substantial accommodation extends to around 5,120 sq.ft. spanning over three floors. The ground floor configuration accommodates four reception rooms and a kitchen/breakfast room. The beautiful handmade kitchen is bespoke fitted by Tom Howley arranged around a central large island and incorporating integrated units. Across the first floor there are four bedrooms, a fitted dressing room, and three bathroom facilities. Two further bedrooms with en-suites are located on the second floor. Throughout the accommodation there are wonderful views across the church spire and the surrounding grounds.
The Old Rectory sits centrally within a 1.34 acre plot screened by high walls and well-established trees. An in-and-out driveway is accessed by dual electric gates opening to a sweeping drive with a turning circle and parking in front of the garaging. The driveway is bound by steel edging complete with dusk-to-dawn external lighting. The new double garage is perfect the car enthusiast or hobbyist, having been built to a residential specification with insulated walls, roof and epoxy flooring. The gardens wraparound the house combining lawns with formal landscaped areas. Arranged to benefit from the southerly facing aspect, the principal sun terrace incorporates the heated pool, timber raised decking, and a child’s play area.
In March 2022, planning permission was granted to construct a detached 2-bedroom annexe (reference: PL/2022/00187).
Situation
The village of Burton lies on the southern tip of the Cotswolds and is in an area designated as being of Outstanding Natural Beauty close to the quintessential village of Castle Combe. The village comprises a variety of old cottages, farmhouses and larger country homes. The property is located within an easy short walk of the village amenities which include the popular public house/restaurant 'The Old House at Home', the well-stocked farm shop with café, a play area and the parish church. There is a bus service to local schools conveniently close to the property while this vibrant community hosts an array of clubs and a monthly village newsletter. The village is surrounded by beautiful Cotswold countryside with an abundance of walking routes to enjoy and explore. In the neighbouring village of Acton Turville (0.5 mile) there is a convenient shop and post office as well as the Fox and Hounds pub. More comprehensive amenities can be found in the market town of Chippenham and the Georgian City of Bath both of which have main line rail links to London. The property is well placed for access to major road links including the M4 (Junction 18) and the A46 both within just a 10-minute drive. The road networks provide excellent access to Bristol, Bath (both 25 minutes), London and the south-west.
Additional Information
The property is Freehold. The heating system has been upgraded to LPG with underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and is app operated. There mains electricity with solar panels on a feed-in tariff. An air-source heat pump warms the pool. Mains drainage and water are connected. A CCTV system, remote intercoms access, and Cat-5 cabling are all installed. The property is not Listed. Superfast broadband is available and there are some limitations to mobile phone coverage. Information taken from the Ofcom mobile and broadband checker, please see the website for more information. Wiltshire Council Tax Band G.
Set within private grounds of 1.34 acres overlooking the adjoining parish church, this former Rectory has been thoroughly and significantly upgraded with utmost thought and attention to detail.